Near Miss for Pedestrians as Car Plows into Reno Bar

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By John Kristensen of Kristensen Weisberg, LLP posted in Car Accident on Friday, May 4, 2018.

The Reno Police Department are investigating an incident on Friday May 4, in which a car mounted a curb and drove into a bar, narrowly avoiding several pedestrians. According to witness reports, the Mercedes ran a red light around 10pm on Friday, drove up onto the curb, and continued into the bar. Two pedestrians who were nearby were almost struck by the car, as the driver proceeded with no regard for safety. The car fled the scene before police arrived, and an investigation is ongoing, with no further details currently available.

Common Causes of Car Accidents in Los Angeles

While, thankfully, it is not very often that a car, or other vehicle, drives into a building before fleeing the scene, car accidents are commonplace on Los Angeles roads. At Kristensen Weisberg LLP, we have been handling personal injury cases relating to car accidents for years, and have represented countless clients just like you. If you have been injured in a Los Angeles car accident, and believe you are entitled to recover compensation, you need the guidance and support of an excellent lawyer.

There is a myriad of reasons why a Los Angeles car accident may occur, with some of the most common including:

Driving whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Distracted driving, most often related to driving while using a cellphone

Driving at excessive speed

Reckless or aggressive driving, also known as road rage

Disregarding the rules of the road, or ignoring signage

Running red lights

Poor road conditions

Adverse weather conditions

Unsafe lane changes, perhaps due to carelessness on the part of the driver

Improper turns

Tail-gating, or driving dangerously close to the vehicle in front

Wrong-way driving

Driving while fatigued, particularly relevant in the case of long-distance truck drivers

What to Do When You Are Involved in a Los Angeles Car Accident

To ensure that you are in a strong position to maximize the damages you can recover in respect of your injuries, our Los Angeles auto accident Los Angeles recommends that you follow these steps:

Call emergency services, and ensure that all injured parties receive medical attention. This includes you, even if your injuries do not appear to be serious

Move away from the vehicles involved in the car accident, as there is a risk they may combust or catch fire

Have the police write a report about your Los Angeles car accident, which you can later use in your claim

Avoid making any statements which may give the impression that you are admitting fault. In fact, it is best to avoid making any statement to anyone other than the police before seeking legal representation

Make notes of any details you feel may be relevant when your Los Angeles car accident attorney investigates the crash. Do not rely on your memory, as you may be surprised by how quickly you forget things. Take photographs of your injuries, damage to your car, and any skid marks on the road surface

Obtain the names, addresses, telephone numbers and license information of other motorists, and vehicle occupants, involved in the accident

Take the other driver’s insurance information

Finally, and perhaps most importantly, you should always seek expert legal advice from a skilled Los Angeles car accident attorney.

The legal team at Kristensen Weisberg, LLP understands accident victims face significant obstacles. Whether it is in the courtroom or behind the scenes, our attorneys work diligently to help clients achieve their goals. From the time an accident victim visits our law office for the first time, our Los Angeles personal injury attorneys take the time to address all of their questions and concerns. If you or someone you know has been injured due to the negligence of others, do not take a chance on the quality of your legal representation. Select Our Car Accident Attorney Los Angeles Firm with a track record of helping accident victims recover the money they deserve.